EP0416443A2 - Spoke-mounted reflector for two-wheeled vehicle, particularly bicycle - Google Patents

Spoke-mounted reflector for two-wheeled vehicle, particularly bicycle Download PDF

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EP0416443A2
EP0416443A2 EP90116458A EP90116458A EP0416443A2 EP 0416443 A2 EP0416443 A2 EP 0416443A2 EP 90116458 A EP90116458 A EP 90116458A EP 90116458 A EP90116458 A EP 90116458A EP 0416443 A2 EP0416443 A2 EP 0416443A2
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  • the invention relates to a spoke reflector for two-wheelers, in particular bicycles, with a first reflector element which is fastened to spokes essentially parallel to the spoke plane and has reflector surfaces on both sides, and with a second reflector element arranged at an angle to the first reflector element.
  • spoke reflectors For some time now it has been a legal requirement to equip bicycles with spoke reflectors so that the bicycles are more visible even in the dark.
  • various types of spoke reflectors are known, the reflector element of which has, for example, the shape of a circle, rectangle or circular ring section and which are equipped with various types of fastening means with which they attach to two adjacent spokes can be brought.
  • the reflector element generally consists of a translucent plastic plate with an internal structure such that the plates reflect incident light.
  • spoke reflectors commonly found have a reflector element which is arranged essentially parallel to the spoke plane and can therefore reflect light transversely to the spoke plane. This means that in the dark on a side-illuminated bicycle, rotating reflectors become visible to those who are laterally next to the bicycle.
  • first hollow-rail-shaped section On the radially outer side in the fastening position there is a first hollow-rail-shaped section on the clamping legs, into which a first reflector element can be inserted essentially parallel to the spoke plane, while on the radially inner side there is a hollow-rail-shaped section which is perpendicular thereto and which receives a second reflector element can, which is arranged perpendicular to the spoke plane and is effective along the longitudinal axis of the bicycle. Accordingly, when a wheel provided with this known spoke reflector is illuminated by a vehicle approaching from the rear (or front), the reflector element arranged perpendicular to the spoke plane reflects light in this direction.
  • the well-known spoke reflector increases the safety of the bicycle in road traffic only insufficient.
  • Bicycles are usually provided with mudguards which cover the largest area of a reflector element arranged perpendicular to the spoke plane, the possible lateral overhang being limited by the bicycle frame, which allows only a small lateral clearance.
  • the reflector elements arranged perpendicular to the spoke plane the radial dimensions approximately coincides with those of the other reflector element lying in the spoke plane, has only a small effective reflector surface, which reflect light that is difficult to see, especially in poor visibility conditions such as fog or rain.
  • the known reflector at best shows the existence of the bicycle as long as the driver is in the extension of the longitudinal axis of the bicycle . This is the case, for example, on a straight route and when there is a greater distance between the two vehicles.
  • the closer the motor vehicle approaches the bicycle the more the motorist, who is usually further to the middle of the road than a cyclist, gets out of the longitudinal axis of the bicycle, so that he has some time before the overtaking process, in which there is then a risk of collision, device from the reflection area of the known spoke reflector.
  • This also applies, for example, to situations in which the cyclist enters a road curve or drives a "diverter" in the direction of the roadway means, which is particularly dangerous.
  • the present invention is therefore based on the object of further developing a spoke reflector of the type under consideration so that it offers increased safety for bicycles (and other two-wheeled vehicles), in particular in traffic situations in which the bicycle is overhauled in poor visibility conditions.
  • the spoke reflector according to the invention has at least one obliquely rearward-facing reflector surface, which becomes effective when a driver has approached the bicycle on a straight path or when both vehicles move at an angle to one another, for example when cornering.
  • the driver of the following motor vehicle before the overtaking process, comes into a reflection area which indicates the existence and position of the bicycle to be overtaken, as a result of which its safety can be significantly increased.
  • the invention accordingly provides that at least one reflector surface of the second reflector element forms an angle with the adjacent reflector surface of the first reflector element that is greater than 90 °, preferably 100 ° to 160 °. This also ensures that the effective surface of the second reflector element is not covered by a possible fender of the wheel if the orientation of the reflector surface is such that it points past the edge of the fender.
  • the second reflector element also extend over a greater length than the first reflector element, thereby creating an enlarged effective reflection surface which appears as an elongated, wandering light band.
  • the second reflector element preferably projects equally far beyond the first reflector element on both sides.
  • the second reflector element is plate-shaped and has two opposite reflector surfaces, as is preferred, the other reflector surface encloses an angle with the assigned reflector surface of the first reflector element that is less than 90 °, as a result of which incident light is emitted onto the reflector surface of the first reflector element becomes what increases the side visibility.
  • the second reflector element with its central axis is white arranged substantially at right angles to the first reflector element, this design being particularly easy to meet.
  • one or both reflector sides of the second reflector element are polygonal in plan view, in that preferably two reflector surface sections running at an angle to one another are provided, such that the surface section adjoining the reflector surface of the first reflector element has the angle greater than 90 therein ° includes.
  • This surface section achieves the effect described above with regard to avoiding a "dead area" behind the bicycle and ensures that the driver of an overtaking motor vehicle enters the associated reflection area before the overtaking process, while the other surface section, preferably arranged at right angles to the spoke plane second reflector element protrudes substantially beyond a possibly existing fender and points directly in the direction of the longitudinal axis of the bicycle, so that subsequent motor vehicles are already shown the existence of a bicycle at a relatively great distance.
  • a bicycle equipped with the reflector according to the invention is thus clearly visible both for a motor vehicle approaching approximately in the extension of the longitudinal axis of the bicycle and for a motor vehicle that is offset laterally, as a result of which its safety is considerably increased.
  • the reflective effect of the reflector according to the invention can also be increased by the fact that the second reflector element 3 or more extends at an angle to one another Has reflection surface sections.
  • the respectively adjacent reflection surface sections preferably enclose the same angle between them.
  • the conical widening of the cross-section of the second reflector element in the area of the connection surface with the first reflector element also increases the stability of the spoke reflector according to the invention, since the increased footprint and cross-sectional dimensions of the second reflector element in the fastening region ensure considerably increased strength.
  • the second reflector element can be attached to the first reflector element in such a way that the contact or connecting surface of the two reflector elements in the installed position runs essentially along the radial of the spoke wheel.
  • the reflector surfaces of the reflector element in the top and bottom position on the wheel point forwards and backwards in the horizontal direction.
  • This vertical arrangement of the reflector surfaces of the second Re By means of its arrangement, the reflector element can be positioned in a predetermined manner at an angle to the radial of the spoked wheel, a right angle to the radial being preferred, since the reflector surfaces point frontally to the front and to the rear at half the height of their revolution.
  • the two reflector elements can be attached to one another by an adhesive connection, which is particularly easy to produce.
  • the two reflector elements can also be produced in one piece, for example by a casting or pressing process.
  • the second reflector element can be provided with a fastening means, for example in the form of a clip, with which it can be fastened to the first reflector element.
  • a fastening means for example in the form of a clip, with which it can be fastened to the first reflector element.
  • the figures show three different embodiments of the spoke reflector according to the invention in a largely schematic manner.
  • the spoke reflector according to FIG. 1 contains a first reflector element 1, which has the shape of a circular ring section and is fastened to two adjacent spokes 3 parallel to the spoke plane by means of a clamping device 2, which is only indicated.
  • a second reflector element 4 is fastened to the first reflector element 1, for example by means of an adhesive connection, and divides the reflector surface 5 of the first reflector element 1 into two equally large, mirror-symmetrical surface sections.
  • the connecting surface between the two reflector elements 1, 4 is essentially on the radial of the spoke wheel, but it is emphasized that the longitudinal axis of the connecting surface can run at an angle, preferably at a right angle to the radial, in which case the reflector surface of the reflector element 4 assumes the effective reflection position elsewhere in the course of its circular motion.
  • the reflector element 4 projects beyond the reflector element 1 on both sides in order to enlarge the reflector surface. This measure contributes to the fact that, from the perspective of an observer in front of or behind the bicycle, the reflector surface of the reflector element 4 not only flashes briefly, but appears as an elongated light band.
  • the width of the reflector element 4 is predetermined by the distance from the bicycle frame or the struts fastening the mudguards.
  • the spoke reflector is attached to the wheel in such a way that the reflector element 4 points to the left from the perspective of a person sitting on the bicycle.
  • the inner surface of the reflector elements is designed in such a way that it has reflective properties, whereby it is designed in a faceted manner so that it emits differently directed light beams. If, for example, a bicycle equipped with the spoke reflector according to the invention approaches a motor vehicle from behind and illuminates the spoke reflector in the dark with obliquely incident light, part of the light emitted again by the reflector elements 1 and 4 falls on the reflector surface of the other reflector element, causing the light intensity the reflection from the reflector surfaces is increased. As a result, the visibility of the spoke reflector is improved even in the event of poor light and / or poor visibility, so that the risk of an accident for a cyclist is reduced.
  • the reflector element 4 has two surface sections arranged on both sides at an angle, the section 6 adjoining the reflector element 1 at an angle ⁇ 2 equal to approximately 115 ° to the reflector surface of the reflector element 1, while the surface section 7 in 90 ° angle is arranged.
  • ⁇ 2 equal to approximately 115 ° to the reflector surface of the reflector element 1
  • ⁇ 7 in 90 ° angle is arranged.
  • the second reflector element 8 has only one reflector surface 9, which encloses an angle ⁇ 2 equal to approximately 100 ° with the reflector surface of the reflector element 1, so that (viewed in the direction of travel) obliquely incident light from behind is reflected towards the middle of the street.
  • This design has the advantage that practically no light (or very little light) is reflected in an area that is usually covered from the rear by a mudguard attached to the wheel.
  • FIG. 4 shows an embodiment in which the second reflector element 10 has three reflector surfaces 11, 12, 13 on each reflector side, each surface including the same angle with the adjacent surface.
  • the reflector surfaces can also be formed on only one side.

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The spoke-mounted reflector contains a first reflector element which is attached to spokes, with suitable attachment means, essentially parallel to the plane of the spokes and a second reflector element which is attached to the first reflector element in such a way that it extends from a reflector face of the first reflector element laterally with respect to the left-hand side of the bicycle. The second reflector element consists, on at least one reflector side, of at least two reflector face sections, which extend at an angle to one another, in such a way that the face section bordering the reflector face of the first reflector element encloses an angle > 90 DEG with said face. As a result, the visibility of the bicycle in traffic in dark conditions is considerably increased. <IMAGE>

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Die Erfindung betrifft einen Speichenreflektor für Zweiräder, insbesondere Fahrräder, mit einem ersten Reflektorelement, das an Speichen im wesentlichen parallel zur Speichenebene befestigt ist und beid­seitig Reflektorflächen aufweist, und mit einem zu dem ersten Reflektorelement im Winkel angeordneten zweiten Reflektorelement.The invention relates to a spoke reflector for two-wheelers, in particular bicycles, with a first reflector element which is fastened to spokes essentially parallel to the spoke plane and has reflector surfaces on both sides, and with a second reflector element arranged at an angle to the first reflector element.

Seit einiger Zeit ist es gesetzlich vorgeschrieben, Fahrräder mit Speichenreflektoren zu versehen, damit die Fahrräder auch bei Dunkelheit besser sichtbar sind. Um dieses Erfordernis zu erfüllen, sind ver­schiedenartige Speichenreflektoren bekannt, deren Reflektorelement beispielsweise die Form eines Kreises, Rechtecks oder Kreisringsabschnitts hat und die mit ver­schiedenartigen Befestigungsmitteln ausgestattet sind, mit denen sie zwischen zwei benachbarten Speichen an­ gebracht werden können. Das Reflektorelement besteht im allgemeinen aus einer lichtdurchlässigen Kunststoff­platte mit einer solchen inneren Struktur, daß die Platten einfallendes Licht reflektieren.For some time now it has been a legal requirement to equip bicycles with spoke reflectors so that the bicycles are more visible even in the dark. To meet this requirement, various types of spoke reflectors are known, the reflector element of which has, for example, the shape of a circle, rectangle or circular ring section and which are equipped with various types of fastening means with which they attach to two adjacent spokes can be brought. The reflector element generally consists of a translucent plastic plate with an internal structure such that the plates reflect incident light.

Die üblicherweise anzutreffenden Speichenreflektoren haben ein Reflektorelement, das im wesentlichen parallel zur Speichenebene angeordnet ist und daher Licht quer zur Speichenebene reflektieren kann. Dies bedeutet, daß bei Dunkelheit an einem seitlich ange­strahlten Fahrrad rotierende Reflektoren für denjenigen sichtbar werden, der sich seitlich neben dem Fahrrad befindet.The spoke reflectors commonly found have a reflector element which is arranged essentially parallel to the spoke plane and can therefore reflect light transversely to the spoke plane. This means that in the dark on a side-illuminated bicycle, rotating reflectors become visible to those who are laterally next to the bicycle.

Damit ein Fahrrad bei Dunkelheit auch für aus beiden Fahrtrichtungen herannahende Kraftfahrzeuge sichtbar ist, ist eine Fahrradbeleuchtung in Form einer vor­deren Lampe sowie eines rückwärtigen Strahlers vorge­schrieben, wobei zusätzlich die Pedale mit Reflektoren ausgerüstet sind. Die Pedalreflektoren können jedoch leicht durch Schuhabsätze der fahrenden Person verdeckt werden, so daß sie im allgemeinen wenig wirkungsvoll sind, und die Fahrradbeleuchtung kann leicht durch einen Defekt ausfallen, beispielsweise durch Bruch das Glühfadens der einzigen Birne des Rückstrahlers. In einem solchen Falle ist ein Fahrrad nachts auf unbe­leuchteter Straße von einem von hinten herannahenden Kraftfahrzeug kaum zu erkennen, so daß der Radfahrer einer sehr großen Unfallgefahr ausgesetzt ist.In order for a bicycle to be visible in the dark for motor vehicles approaching from both directions, bicycle lighting in the form of a front lamp and a rear spotlight is mandatory, and the pedals are also equipped with reflectors. However, the pedal reflectors can easily be hidden by the heel of the rider's shoes so that they are generally ineffective, and the bicycle lights can easily fail due to a defect, such as broken filament of the single bulb of the reflector. In such a case, a bicycle can hardly be seen at night on an unlit road from a motor vehicle approaching from behind, so that the cyclist is exposed to a very high risk of an accident.

Damit die gesetzlich vorgeschriebenen Speichenreflek­toren nicht nur quer zur Fahrradebene, sondern auch in Richtung der Fahrradlängsachse,d.h. auf einer Straße nach vorne und hinten ein Fahrrad kenntlich machen können, ist in der DE-0S 34 20 534 bereits ein Speichen­reflektor vorgeschlagen worden, der mittels Klemm­schenkeln an zwei benachbarten Speichen befestigbar ist. An der in der Befestigungslage radial äußeren Seite befindet sich an den Klemmschenkeln ein erster hohlschienenförmiger Abschnitt, in den ein erstes Re­flektorelement im wesentlichen parallel zur Speichen­ebene einsetzbar ist, während sich an der radial inneren Seite ein hierzu senkrechter hohlschienenförmiger Abschnitt befindet, der ein zweites Reflektorelement auf­nehmen kann, das damit senkrecht zur Speichenebene ange­ordnet ist und entlang der Fahrradlängsachse wirk­sam ist. Wenn demnach ein mit diesem vorbekannten Speichen­reflektor versehenes Rad von einem von hinten (oder vorne) herannahenden Fahrzeug angestrahlt wird, reflektiert das senkrecht zur Speichenebene angeordnete Reflektorelement Licht in dieser Richtung.So that the legally prescribed spoke reflectors not only across the bike level, but also in the direction of the bike's longitudinal axis, i.e. To be able to identify a bicycle on a road forward and backward, a spoke reflector has already been proposed in DE-0S 34 20 534, which can be fastened to two adjacent spokes by means of clamping legs. On the radially outer side in the fastening position there is a first hollow-rail-shaped section on the clamping legs, into which a first reflector element can be inserted essentially parallel to the spoke plane, while on the radially inner side there is a hollow-rail-shaped section which is perpendicular thereto and which receives a second reflector element can, which is arranged perpendicular to the spoke plane and is effective along the longitudinal axis of the bicycle. Accordingly, when a wheel provided with this known spoke reflector is illuminated by a vehicle approaching from the rear (or front), the reflector element arranged perpendicular to the spoke plane reflects light in this direction.

Der bekannte Speichenreflektor erhöht die Sicherheit des Fahrrades im Straßenverkehr jedoch nur unzureichend. Fahrräder sind üblicherweise mit Schutzblechen ver­sehen, die den größten Bereich eines senkrecht zur Speichenebene angeordneten Reflektorelementes über­decken, wobei der mögliche seitliche Überstand durch den Fahrradrahmen begrenzt ist, der nur einen geringen seitlichen Freiraum zuläßt. Dies bedeutet, daß bei dem vorbekannten Speichenreflektor das senkrecht zur Speichenebene angeordnete Reflektorelemente, dessen radiale Abmessungen etwa mit denjenigen des in der Speichenebene liegenden anderen Reflektorelements übereinstimmt, nur eine geringe wirksame Reflektor­fläche hat, die insbesondere bei schlechten Sichtver­hältnissen wie bei Nebel oder Regen nur schwerlich sichtbares Licht reflektieren.The well-known spoke reflector increases the safety of the bicycle in road traffic only insufficient. Bicycles are usually provided with mudguards which cover the largest area of a reflector element arranged perpendicular to the spoke plane, the possible lateral overhang being limited by the bicycle frame, which allows only a small lateral clearance. This means that in the known spoke reflector, the reflector elements arranged perpendicular to the spoke plane, the radial dimensions approximately coincides with those of the other reflector element lying in the spoke plane, has only a small effective reflector surface, which reflect light that is difficult to see, especially in poor visibility conditions such as fog or rain.

Wenn sich zudem in der Dämmerung oder Dunkelheit (oder bei Nebel etc.) ein Kraftfahrzeug einem vor ihm fahren­den, unbeleuchteten Fahrrad nähert, zeigt der vorbe­kannte Reflektor die Existenz des Fahrrades bestenfalls solange erkennbar an, wie sich der Kraftfahrer etwa in der Verlängerung der Fahrradlängsachse befindet. Dies ist beispielsweise auf gerader Strecke und bei größerem Abstand zwischen den beiden Fahrzeugen der Fell. Je mehr sich jedoch das Kraftfahrzeug dem Fahrrad nähert, umso mehr gerät der Kraftfahrer, der sich in aller Regel weiter zur Straßenmittel hin befindet als ein Radfahrer, aus der Fahrradlängsachse, so daß er einige Zeit vor dem Überhol­vorgang, bei dem dann die Kollisionsgefahr besteht, aus dem Reflexionsbereich des vorbekannten Speichenreflektors gerät. Dies trifft beispielsweise auch für solche Situationen zu, in denen der Radfahrer in eine Straßen­kurve eintritt oder einen "Schlenker" in Richtung der Fahrbahnmittel fährt, was besonders gefährlich ist.In addition, if a motor vehicle approaches an unlit bicycle in front of it in twilight or darkness (or in fog, etc.), the known reflector at best shows the existence of the bicycle as long as the driver is in the extension of the longitudinal axis of the bicycle . This is the case, for example, on a straight route and when there is a greater distance between the two vehicles. However, the closer the motor vehicle approaches the bicycle, the more the motorist, who is usually further to the middle of the road than a cyclist, gets out of the longitudinal axis of the bicycle, so that he has some time before the overtaking process, in which there is then a risk of collision, device from the reflection area of the known spoke reflector. This also applies, for example, to situations in which the cyclist enters a road curve or drives a "diverter" in the direction of the roadway means, which is particularly dangerous.

Da die Anzahl der bei Dunkelheit unbeleuchtet fahrenden Fahrrädern in letzter Zeit beträchtlich zugenommen hat, in erster Linie wegen der sogenannten Mountain-Bikes, die in aller Regel aus Gewichtsgründen keine elek­trische Beleuchtung haben, besteht ein großes Bedürfnis danach, die Verkehrssicherheit von Fahrrädern, auch von solchen, die nicht ordnungsgemäß ausgestattet sind, zu erhöhen. Dabei stellt speziell das Überholen von Fahrrädern durch Kraftfahrzeuge auf unbeleuchteten Straßen, z. B. auf schnell befahrenen Landstraßen, ein überaus großes Risiko für Radfahrer dar, das verringert werden sollte.Since the number of bicycles riding unlit in the dark has increased considerably recently, primarily because of the so-called mountain bikes, which generally do not have electric lighting due to weight reasons, there is a great need for the road safety of bicycles, too from those that are not properly equipped. The overtaking of bicycles by motor vehicles on unlit roads, e.g. B. on fast-moving country roads, is an extremely high risk for cyclists, which should be reduced.

Der vorliegenden Erfindung liegt daher die Aufgabe zu­grunde, einen Speichenreflektor der betrachteten Art so weiter zu entwickeln, daß er für Fahrräder (und andere Zweiradfahrzeuge) insbesondere in solchen Verkehrsituationen, in denen das Fahrrad bei schlechten Sichtverhältnissen überholt wird, eine erhöhte Sicherheit bietet.The present invention is therefore based on the object of further developing a spoke reflector of the type under consideration so that it offers increased safety for bicycles (and other two-wheeled vehicles), in particular in traffic situations in which the bicycle is overhauled in poor visibility conditions.

Diese Aufgabe wird erfindungsgemäß durch die im Kenn­zeichen des Patentanspruchs 1 angegebenen Merkmale ge­löst. Vorteilhafte Weiterbildungen der Erfindung sind in den Unteransprüchen gekennzeichnet.This object is achieved by the features specified in the characterizing part of patent claim 1. Advantageous developments of the invention are characterized in the subclaims.

Der erfindungsgemäße Speichenreflektor hat wenigstens eine schräg nach hinten gerichtete Reflektorfläche, die dann wirksam wird, wenn sich ein Kraftfahrer auf gerader Strecke dem Fahrrad angenähert hat oder wenn sich beide Fahrzeuge im Winkel zueinander bewegen, beispielsweise in einer Kurvenfahrt. Durch die er­findungsgemäße Maßnahme gerät der Fahrer des nachfolgen­den Kraftfahrzeugs vor dem Überholvorgang in einen Reflexionsbereich, der im die Existenz und Position des zu überholenden Fahrrades anzeigt, wodurch dessen Sicherheit entscheidend erhöht sein kann.The spoke reflector according to the invention has at least one obliquely rearward-facing reflector surface, which becomes effective when a driver has approached the bicycle on a straight path or when both vehicles move at an angle to one another, for example when cornering. As a result of the measure according to the invention, the driver of the following motor vehicle, before the overtaking process, comes into a reflection area which indicates the existence and position of the bicycle to be overtaken, as a result of which its safety can be significantly increased.

Die Erfindung sieht demnach vor, daß wenigstens eine Reflektorfläche des zweiten Reflektorelementes mit der angrenzenden Reflektorfläche des ersten Reflektor­elementes einen Winkel einschließt, der größer als 90° ist, vorzugsweise 100° bis 160°. Hierdurch wird zudem erreicht, daß die wirksame Fläche des zweiten Reflektorelementes nicht von einem eventuell vorhandenen Schutzblech des Rades überdeckt wird, wenn die Ausrich­tung der Reflektorfläche so getroffen ist, daß sie am Rand des Schutzblechs vorbei weist.The invention accordingly provides that at least one reflector surface of the second reflector element forms an angle with the adjacent reflector surface of the first reflector element that is greater than 90 °, preferably 100 ° to 160 °. This also ensures that the effective surface of the second reflector element is not covered by a possible fender of the wheel if the orientation of the reflector surface is such that it points past the edge of the fender.

Mit Vorteil wird vorgeschlagen, daß sich zudem das zweite Reflektorelement über eine größere Länge erstreckt als das erste Reflektorelement, wodurch eine ver­größerte wirksame Reflexionsfläche geschaffen ist, die als langgestrecktes, wanderndes Lichtband erscheint. Vorzugsweise steht das zweite Reflektorelement beid­seitig gleich weit über das erste Reflektorelement über.It is advantageously proposed that the second reflector element also extend over a greater length than the first reflector element, thereby creating an enlarged effective reflection surface which appears as an elongated, wandering light band. The second reflector element preferably projects equally far beyond the first reflector element on both sides.

Wenn das zweite Reflektorelement plattenförmig ausge­bildet ist und zwei gegenüberliegende Reflektorflächen aufweist, wie dies bevorzugt ist, schließt die andere Reflektorfläche einen Winkel mit der zugeordneten Reflektorfläche des ersten Reflektorelementes ein, der kleiner als 90° ist, wodurch auftreffendes Licht auf die Reflektorfläche des ersten Reflektorelementes abgestrahlt wird, was die seitliche Sichtbarkeit ver­stärkt.If the second reflector element is plate-shaped and has two opposite reflector surfaces, as is preferred, the other reflector surface encloses an angle with the assigned reflector surface of the first reflector element that is less than 90 °, as a result of which incident light is emitted onto the reflector surface of the first reflector element becomes what increases the side visibility.

Nach einem bevorzugten Vorschlag der Erfindung ist das zweite Reflektorelement mit seiner Mittelachse im we­ sentlichen im rechten Winkel zu dem ersten Reflektor­element angeordnet, wobei diese Ausbildung besonders einfach zu treffen ist. Zur erhöhten Sichtbarkeit ist dabei vorgesehen, daß eine oder beide Reflektorseiten des zweiten Reflektorelementes in der Draufsicht poly­gonförmig verlaufen, indem vorzugsweise zwei im Winkel zueinander verlaufende Reflektorflächenabschnitte vor­gesehen sind, derart, daß der an die Reflektorfläche des ersten Reflektorelementes angrenzende Flächenab­schnitt mit diesem den Winkel größer 90° einschließt. Dieser Flächenabschnitt erzielt die weiter oben be­schriebene Wirkung hinsichtlich der Vermeidung eines "toten Bereichs" hinter dem Fahrrad und gewährleistet, daß der Fahrer eines überholenden Kraftfahrzeuges vor dem Überholvorgang in den zugehörigen Reflexions­bereich eintritt, während der andere, vorzugsweise im rechten Winkel zur Speichenebene angeordnete Flächen­abschnitt des zweiten Reflektorelementes im wesentlichen über ein eventuell vorhandenes Schutzblech hinaus vor­steht und direkt in Richtung der Fahrradlängsachse weist, so daß nachfolgenden Kraftfahrzeugen bereits in ver­hältnismäßig großer Entfernung die Existenz eines Fahr­rades angezeigt wird. Damit ist ein mit dem erfindungs­gemäßen Reflektor ausgestattetes Fahrrad sowohl für ein sich etwa in der Verlängerung der Fahrradlängsachse näherndes Kraftfahrzeug als auch für ein seitlich ver­setzt fahrendes Kraftfahrzeug gut sichtbar, wodurch seine Sicherheit beträchtlich erhöht ist.According to a preferred proposal of the invention, the second reflector element with its central axis is white arranged substantially at right angles to the first reflector element, this design being particularly easy to meet. For increased visibility, it is provided that one or both reflector sides of the second reflector element are polygonal in plan view, in that preferably two reflector surface sections running at an angle to one another are provided, such that the surface section adjoining the reflector surface of the first reflector element has the angle greater than 90 therein ° includes. This surface section achieves the effect described above with regard to avoiding a "dead area" behind the bicycle and ensures that the driver of an overtaking motor vehicle enters the associated reflection area before the overtaking process, while the other surface section, preferably arranged at right angles to the spoke plane second reflector element protrudes substantially beyond a possibly existing fender and points directly in the direction of the longitudinal axis of the bicycle, so that subsequent motor vehicles are already shown the existence of a bicycle at a relatively great distance. A bicycle equipped with the reflector according to the invention is thus clearly visible both for a motor vehicle approaching approximately in the extension of the longitudinal axis of the bicycle and for a motor vehicle that is offset laterally, as a result of which its safety is considerably increased.

Die Reflexionswirkung des erfindungsgemäßen Reflektors kann auch dadurch erhöht werden, daß das zweite Reflek­torelement 3 oder mehr im Winkel zueinander verlaufende Reflexions-Flächenabschnitte aufweist. Vorzugsweise schließen die jeweils benachbarten Reflexionsflächen­abschnitte denselben Winkel zwischen sich ein.The reflective effect of the reflector according to the invention can also be increased by the fact that the second reflector element 3 or more extends at an angle to one another Has reflection surface sections. The respectively adjacent reflection surface sections preferably enclose the same angle between them.

Die konische Querschnittsverbreiterung des zweiten Re­flektorelementes im Bereich der Verbindungsfläche mit dem ersten Reflektorelement erhöht zudem die Stabilität des erfindungsgemäßen Speichenreflektors, da wegen der vergrößerten Aufstandsfläche und Querschnittsab­messungen des zweiten Reflektorelementes im Befestigungs­bereich eine beträchtlich erhöhte Festigkeit gewährleistet ist.The conical widening of the cross-section of the second reflector element in the area of the connection surface with the first reflector element also increases the stability of the spoke reflector according to the invention, since the increased footprint and cross-sectional dimensions of the second reflector element in the fastening region ensure considerably increased strength.

Das zweite Reflektorelement kann derart an dem ersten Reflektorelement angebracht sein, daß die Berührungs- bzw. Verbindungsfläche der beiden Reflektorelemente in der Einbaulage im wesentlichen entlang der Radialen des Speichenrades verläuft. Bei dieser Ausgestaltung weisen die Reflektorflächen des Reflektorelementes in der obersten und untersten Position am Rad in horizontaler Richtung nach vorn und hinten. Diese vertikale Anordnung der Reflektorflächen des zweiten Re­ flektorelementes kann durch dessen Anordnung im Winkel zur Radialen des Speichenrades auf vorgegebene Weise positioniert werden, wobei ein rechter Winkel zur Ra­dialen bevorzugt sein kann, da hierbei die Reflektor­flächen auf halber Höhe ihres Umlaufs frontal nach vorne und hinten weisen.The second reflector element can be attached to the first reflector element in such a way that the contact or connecting surface of the two reflector elements in the installed position runs essentially along the radial of the spoke wheel. In this embodiment, the reflector surfaces of the reflector element in the top and bottom position on the wheel point forwards and backwards in the horizontal direction. This vertical arrangement of the reflector surfaces of the second Re By means of its arrangement, the reflector element can be positioned in a predetermined manner at an angle to the radial of the spoked wheel, a right angle to the radial being preferred, since the reflector surfaces point frontally to the front and to the rear at half the height of their revolution.

Die beiden Reflektorelemente können durch eine Klebe­verbindung aneinander befestigt werden, die besonders einfach herstellbar ist. Andererseits können die beiden Reflektorelemente auch gleich einstückig hergestellt werden, beispielsweise durch einen Gieß- oder Preßvor­gang.The two reflector elements can be attached to one another by an adhesive connection, which is particularly easy to produce. On the other hand, the two reflector elements can also be produced in one piece, for example by a casting or pressing process.

Nach einem weiteren Vorschlag der Erfindung kann das zweite Reflektorelement mit einem Befestigungsmittel, beispielsweise in Form einer Klammer versehen sein, mit dem es an dem ersten Reflektorelement befestigbar ist. Diese Ausbildung hat den Vorteil, daß bereits vorhandene Reflektorelemente, die in der Speichenebene angebracht sind, nachträglich mit dem erfindungsgemäßen zweiten Reflektorelement versehen werden können.According to a further proposal of the invention, the second reflector element can be provided with a fastening means, for example in the form of a clip, with which it can be fastened to the first reflector element. This design has the advantage that already existing reflector elements, which are attached in the spoke plane, can subsequently be provided with the second reflector element according to the invention.

Weitere Merkmale, Einzelheiten und Vorteile der Er­findung ergeben sich aus der nachfolgenden Beschreibung einiger bevorzugter Ausführungsformen des erfindungsge­mäßen Speichenreflektors sowie anhand der Zeichnung. Dabei zeigen:

  • Fig. 1 eine perspektivische Ansicht einer ersten Ausführungsform des erfindungsgemäßen Speichenreflektors;
  • Fig. 2 eine Aufsicht auf die Reflektorelemente des Speichenreflektors gemäß Figur 1;
  • Fig. 3 eine Aufsicht auf die Reflektorelemente einer zweiten Ausführungsform und
  • Fig. 4 eine Aufsicht auf die Reflektorelemente einer dritten Ausführungsform des Speichen­reflektors.
Further features, details and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the following description of some preferred embodiments of the spoke reflector according to the invention and from the drawing. Show:
  • 1 is a perspective view of a first embodiment of the spoke reflector according to the invention;
  • FIG. 2 shows a top view of the reflector elements of the spoke reflector according to FIG. 1;
  • Fig. 3 is a plan view of the reflector elements of a second embodiment and
  • Fig. 4 is a plan view of the reflector elements of a third embodiment of the spoke reflector.

Die Figuren zeigen auf weitgehend schematische Weise drei verschiedene Ausführungsformen des erfindungsge­mäßen Speichenreflektors. Der Speichenreflektor gemäß Figur 1 enthält ein erstes Reflektorelement 1, das die Form eines Kreisringabschnitts hat und mittels einer lediglich angedeuteten Klemmeinrichtung 2 an zwei be­nachbarten Speichen 3 parallel zur Speichenebene be­festigt ist.The figures show three different embodiments of the spoke reflector according to the invention in a largely schematic manner. The spoke reflector according to FIG. 1 contains a first reflector element 1, which has the shape of a circular ring section and is fastened to two adjacent spokes 3 parallel to the spoke plane by means of a clamping device 2, which is only indicated.

An dem ersten Reflektorelement 1 ist beispielsweise mittels einer Klebeverbindung ein zweites Reflektor­element 4 befestigt, das die Reflektorfläche 5 des ersten Reflektorelementes 1 in zwei gleich große, spiegelsymmetrische Flächenabschnitte unterteilt. In diesem Falle liegt die Verbindungsfläche zwischen den beiden Reflektorelementen 1, 4 im wesent­lichen auf der Radialen des Speichenrades, es wird je­doch betont, daß die Längsachse der Verbindungsfläche im Winkel, vorzugsweise in einem rechten Winkel zur Radialen verlaufen kann, wobei dann die Reflektorfläche des Reflektorelementes 4 im Verlaufe ihrer kreisenden Bewegung an anderer Stelle die wirksame Reflexionsposi­tion einnimmt.A second reflector element 4 is fastened to the first reflector element 1, for example by means of an adhesive connection, and divides the reflector surface 5 of the first reflector element 1 into two equally large, mirror-symmetrical surface sections. In this case, the connecting surface between the two reflector elements 1, 4 is essentially on the radial of the spoke wheel, but it is emphasized that the longitudinal axis of the connecting surface can run at an angle, preferably at a right angle to the radial, in which case the reflector surface of the reflector element 4 assumes the effective reflection position elsewhere in the course of its circular motion.

Das Reflektorelement 4 ragt beidseitig über das Reflek­torelement 1 hinaus, um die Reflektorfläche zu ver­größern. Diese Maßnahme trägt dazu bei, daß aus der Sicht eines vor oder hinter dem Fahrrad befindlichen Beobachters die Reflektorfläche des Reflektorelementes 4 nicht nur kurz aufblitzt, sondern als langgestrecktes Lichtband erscheint. Die Breite des Reflektorelementes 4 ist durch den Abstand vom Fahrradrahmen bzw. der die Schutzbleche befestigenden Streben vorgegeben.The reflector element 4 projects beyond the reflector element 1 on both sides in order to enlarge the reflector surface. This measure contributes to the fact that, from the perspective of an observer in front of or behind the bicycle, the reflector surface of the reflector element 4 not only flashes briefly, but appears as an elongated light band. The width of the reflector element 4 is predetermined by the distance from the bicycle frame or the struts fastening the mudguards.

Der Speichenreflektor wird so an dem Rad befestigt, daß das Reflektorelement 4 aus der Sicht einer auf dem Fahrrad sitzenden Person zur linken Seite weist.The spoke reflector is attached to the wheel in such a way that the reflector element 4 points to the left from the perspective of a person sitting on the bicycle.

Die innere Oberfläche der Reflektorelemente ist so ausgebildet, daß sie reflektierende Eigenschaften hat, wobei sie facettenartig gestaltet ist, so daß sie un­terschiedlich gerichtete Lichtbündel abstrahlt. Wenn sich beispielsweise einem mit dem erfindungsgemäßen Speichenreflektor ausgerüsteten Fahrrad ein Kraftfahr­zeug von hinten nähert und bei Dunkelheit mit schräg einfallendem Licht den Speichen­reflektor beleuchtet, fällt ein Teil des von den Re­flektorelementen 1 und 4 wieder abgestrahlten Lichtes auf die Reflektorfläche des jeweils anderen Reflektor­elementes, wodurch die Lichtstärke der Reflexion von den Reflektorflächen erhöht wird. Dadurch ist die Sichtbarkeit des Speichenreflektors auch bei schwachem Lichteinfall und/oder bei schlechten Sichtverhältnissen verbessert, so daß die Unfallgefahr für einen Rad­fahrer verringert ist.The inner surface of the reflector elements is designed in such a way that it has reflective properties, whereby it is designed in a faceted manner so that it emits differently directed light beams. If, for example, a bicycle equipped with the spoke reflector according to the invention approaches a motor vehicle from behind and illuminates the spoke reflector in the dark with obliquely incident light, part of the light emitted again by the reflector elements 1 and 4 falls on the reflector surface of the other reflector element, causing the light intensity the reflection from the reflector surfaces is increased. As a result, the visibility of the spoke reflector is improved even in the event of poor light and / or poor visibility, so that the risk of an accident for a cyclist is reduced.

Weiterhin mit Bezug auf die Figuren 1 und 2 hat das Reflektorelement 4 beidseitig zwei im Winkel zuein­ander angeordnete Flächenabschnitte, wobei der an das Reflektorelement 1 angrenzende Abschnitt 6 im Winkel α 2 gleich ca. 115° zur Reflektorfläche des Reflektorelementes 1 verläuft, während der Flächenab­schnitt7 im 90°-Winkel angeordnet ist. Bei dieser Aus­führungsform ist neben einer verbesserten Reflexion eine große Festigkeit der Verbindung der beiden Re­flektorelemente 1, 4 wegen der Größe der Verbindungs­fläche gewährleistet.With further reference to FIGS. 1 and 2, the reflector element 4 has two surface sections arranged on both sides at an angle, the section 6 adjoining the reflector element 1 at an angle α 2 equal to approximately 115 ° to the reflector surface of the reflector element 1, while the surface section 7 in 90 ° angle is arranged. In this embodiment, in addition to an improved reflection, a great strength of the connection of the two reflector elements 1, 4 is ensured because of the size of the connection surface.

Bei der in Figur 3 dargestellten Ausführungsform hat das zweite Reflektorelement 8 nur eine Reflektor­fläche 9, die einen Winkel α 2 gleich ca. 100° mit der Reflektorfläche des Reflektorelementes 1 ein­schließt, so daß (in Fahrtrichtung betrachtet) von hinten einfallendes Licht schräg
zur Straßenmitte hin reflektiert wird. Diese Ausbildung hat den Vorteil, daß praktisch kein Licht (oder nur sehr wenig Licht) in einen Bereich reflektiert wird, der aus rückwärtiger Sicht üblicherweise von einem an dem Rad befestigten Schutzblech abgedeckt ist.In the embodiment shown in Figure 3, the second reflector element 8 has only one reflector surface 9, which encloses an angle α 2 equal to approximately 100 ° with the reflector surface of the reflector element 1, so that (viewed in the direction of travel) obliquely incident light from behind
is reflected towards the middle of the street. This design has the advantage that practically no light (or very little light) is reflected in an area that is usually covered from the rear by a mudguard attached to the wheel.

Fig. 4 zeigt eine Ausführungsform, bei der das zweite Reflektorelement 10 an jeder Reflektorseite drei Re­flektorflächen 11, 12, 13 aufweist, wobei jede Fläche mit der benachbarten Fläche denselben Winkel einschließt. Die Reflektorflächen können auch nur an einer Seite aus­gebildet sein.FIG. 4 shows an embodiment in which the second reflector element 10 has three reflector surfaces 11, 12, 13 on each reflector side, each surface including the same angle with the adjacent surface. The reflector surfaces can also be formed on only one side.

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1. Speichenreflektor für Zweiräder, insbesondere Fahr­räder, mit einem ersten Reflektorelement, das an Speichen im wesentlichen parallel zur Speichenebene befestigt ist und vorzugsweise beidseitig Reflektor­flächen aufweist, und mit einem zu dem ersten Reflektor­element im Winkel angeordneten zweiten Reflektorelement,
dadurch gekennzeichnet,
daß das zweite Reflektorelement (4, 8, 10) wenigstens eine Reflektorfläche (6, 9, 13) aufweist, die mit der Reflektorfläche des ersten Reflektorelementes (1) einen Winkel α 2 größer 90° einschließt.1. spoke reflector for two-wheelers, in particular bicycles, with a first reflector element which is fastened to spokes essentially parallel to the plane of the spoke and preferably has reflector surfaces on both sides, and with a second reflector element arranged at an angle to the first reflector element,
characterized,
that the second reflector element (4, 8, 10) has at least one reflector surface (6, 9, 13) which forms an angle α 2 greater than 90 ° with the reflector surface of the first reflector element (1). 2. Speichenreflektor nach Anspruch 1,
dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß wenigstens eine Reflektor­seite des zweiten Reflektorelementes (4, 10) aus we­nigstens zwei im Winkel zueinander verlaufenden Re­flektorflächenabschnitten (6, 7; 11, 12, 13) besteht, derart, daß der an die Reflektorfläche des ersten Re­flektorelementes (1) angrenzende Flächenabschnitt (6, 13) mit dieser den Winkel α 2 größer 90° einschließt.2. spoke reflector according to claim 1,
characterized in that at least one reflector side of the second reflector element (4, 10) consists of at least two reflector surface sections (6, 7; 11, 12, 13) which run at an angle to one another, such that the one adjoining the reflector surface of the first reflector element (1) Surface section (6, 13) with this encloses the angle α 2 greater than 90 °. 3. Speichenreflektor nach Anspruch 2,
dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Mittelachse (14) des Reflektorelementes (4, 10) im wesentlichen im rechten Winkel zu dem ersten Reflektorelement (1) verläuft.3. spoke reflector according to claim 2,
characterized in that the central axis (14) of the reflector element (4, 10) extends essentially at right angles to the first reflector element (1). 4. Speichenreflektor nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 3,
dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß sich das zweite Reflektor­element (4, 8, 10) über eine größere Länge erstreckt als das erste Reflektorelement (1).4. spoke reflector according to one of claims 1 to 3,
characterized in that the second reflector element (4, 8, 10) extends over a greater length than the first reflector element (1). 5. Speichenreflektor nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 4,
dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß sich das zweite Reflektor­element (4, 8, 10) mittig von dem ersten Reflektor­element (1) erstreckt, so daß es dessen zugeordnete Reflektorfläche im wesentlichen in zwei gleich große Abschnitte unterteilt.5. spoke reflector according to one of claims 1 to 4,
characterized in that the second reflector element (4, 8, 10) extends centrally from the first reflector element (1), so that it essentially divides its associated reflector surface into two equal sections. 6. Speichenreflektor nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 5,
dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das zweite Reflektorele­ment (4, 8, 10) derart an dem ersten Reflektorelement (1) angebracht ist, daß die Berührungs- bzw. Verbindungs­fläche der beiden Reflektorelemente im wesentlichen ent­lang der Radialen des Speichenrades verläuft.6. spoke reflector according to one of claims 1 to 5,
characterized in that the second reflector element (4, 8, 10) is attached to the first reflector element (1) in such a way that the contact or connecting surface of the two reflector elements extends essentially along the radial of the spoke wheel. 7. Speichenreflektor nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 5,
dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das zweite Reflektorelement derart an dem ersten Reflektorelement angebracht ist, daß die Berührungs- bzw. Verbindungsfläche der beiden Reflektorelemente etwa im rechten Winkel zur Radialen des Speichenrades verläuft.7. spoke reflector according to one of claims 1 to 5,
characterized in that the second reflector element is attached to the first reflector element in such a way that the contact or connecting surface of the two reflector elements extends approximately at right angles to the radial of the spoke wheel. 8. Speichenreflektor nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 7,
dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die beiden Reflektorele­mente (1, 4, 8, 10) durch eine Klebeverbindung anein­ander befestigt sind.8. spoke reflector according to one of claims 1 to 7,
characterized in that the two reflector elements (1, 4, 8, 10) are fastened to one another by an adhesive connection. 9. Speichenreflektor nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 7,
dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die beiden Reflektorele­mente einstückig hergestellt sind.9. spoke reflector according to one of claims 1 to 7,
characterized in that the two reflector elements are made in one piece. 10. Speichenreflektor nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 9, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß α 2 etwa zwischen 100° und 160°, vorzugsweise zwischen 100° und 135° liegt.10. Spoke reflector according to one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that α 2 is approximately between 100 ° and 160 °, preferably between 100 ° and 135 °.
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